Traditional Chinese Qigong (Levels I & II)

Cultivate a healthy body and a clear mind through the practice of Daoist qigong.

Qigong is a Chinese art of health that has been practiced for over two thousand years. A form of gentle, relaxing exercise, qigong strengthens joints, muscles, tendons, and bones, increases flexibility, stimulates the circulation of energy in our body, and enhances mental clarity. Qigong not only maintains physical and mental well-being for healthy individuals but is also an excellent way to gently introduce mobility and relaxation to persons who have physical challenges. In addition, Qigong is used as a tool to build the foundation for sitting meditation.

The program will introduce participants to several basic practices of Daoist qigong drawn from two unique lineages, the Pre-celestial Limitless Gate School (Xiantianwujimen) and the Yiquan School. The forms include self-massages, slow movements, stretching, standing postures, and meditation.

This weekend course is the foundation for a progressive program of qigong instruction presented by Eva Wong and authorized instructors, exclusively through Shambhala Centers.

Sophie Leger is one of a few individuals trained and authorized by Eva Wong to teach her Daoist Qigong lineages. Sophie has taught levels 1-2 throughout North America and Europe. A student of Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche since 1990, she has been a certified meditation instructor and teacher in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition for over 15 years and served as Director of the Montreal Shambhala Meditation Centre from 1996 until 2000.

Please mark your calendars, Dr. Eva Wong will be teaching Qigong Level III in Seattle, October 12 - 14 2012. Qigong Level I and II are prerequisites for this program.

For more information: Marcia Oberg, marciaoberg7@gmail.com. Generosity policy applies once we reach the minimum number of participants to cover costs.